KUALA NERUS: Terengganu have no plans to appoint a new head coach to replace Tomislav Steinbruckner who resigned two days ago.
The chairman of its Board of Directors, Hishamuddin Abdul Karim, said they have appointed assistant head coach Badrul Afzan Razali to temporarily take on the role until the end of the season next year.
Hishamuddin, who is also the Terengganu Football Association president, said they believe Badrul can steer the team to a better position this season.
“Terengganu do not intend to open applications for interested coaches to fill the vacancy,” said Hishamuddin, during training yesterday.
“Any decisions on this matter will only be considered once the season ends, including the possibility of appointing Badrul as the new head coach.”
However, he said the club would not be setting any targets for Badrul to avoid putting pressure on him.
“Steinbruckner resigned following an amicable discussion with the management after our 0-1 defeat to Selangor last Saturday,” he said.
“There is no issue of conflict or division within the team, and I urge the players to rise and fight against Police (tonight).”
Meanwhile, Badrul is determined to end the team’s winless streak in the Super League match against the Cops.
He is eager to seize the opportunity to prove his capability in leading the Turtles squad.
“The players’ motivation has dipped slightly with coach Tomi’s departure, but I have reminded them to refocus,” he said.
“There won’t be many changes to the starting line-up, just one or two key positions. I hope the Turtles can get back on the winning track against the Cops.
“Coach Tomi left a message for me and the team to keep working hard to lift the team again,” he added. — Bernama
